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Still recovering from crash, Father Popovich giving thanks
With a look of determination, the Rev. Steve Popovich participates in a physical therapy exercise with help from Terry O’Neill, left, physical therapy assistant, and ...
Stories published November 26, 2015
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
UPDATE: Power restored to most by 9
Power has been restored to the majority of FirstEnergy customers who lost power in Mahoning and Trumbull counties this Thanksgiving Day.
Americans vigilant, but continue usual Thanksgiving celebrations
Americans paused Thursday to celebrate their blessings despite terrorism fears and racial tensions over fatal police shootings across the country. A record number of police officers patrolled the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, while St. Louis resumed its annual parade, canceled last year amid protests over Michael Brown's death.
Russia to reataliate against Turkey with economic sanctions for downed plane
Russia plans to retaliate against Turkey for the downing of a warplane by imposing sanctions, cutting economic ties and scrapping major investment projects.
Belgian minister says Paris attacks fugitive likely getting help
Belgian Justice Minister Koen Geens said that Paris fugitive Salah Abdeslam is "likely" getting support from others during his continued flight from authorities.
Pope Francis: Allowing special interests to scuttle climate talks 'catastrophic'
Pope Francis warned Thursday that it would be "catastrophic" for world leaders to let special interest groups get in the way of a global agreement to curb fossil fuel emissions as he brought his environmental message to the heart of Africa on the eve of crucial climate change talks in Paris.
Jesse Jackson to lead Chicago march Friday, hoping shoppes will stay home
A march protesting the videotaped slaying of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald by a Chicago police officer is planned Friday in the city's busiest shopping district on the busiest shopping day of the year.
Trump denies mocking NYT reporter's disability as Times expresses outrage
Donald Trump denied Thursday that he mocked a reporter with a disability in a South Carolina speech, despite appearing to imitate mannerisms of the "poor guy" and make fun of him.
Putin, Hollande agree to better cooperation in fighting IS, though Assad still sticking point
The presidents of France and Russia agreed Thursday to tighten cooperation in the fight against the Islamic State group, although they remained at odds over their approach toward Syrian President Bashar Assad.
Struthers woman shot, another in custody after Thanksgiving Day argument
A shooting around 2 p.m. today at a home on the 2500 block of East Midlothian Boulevard left one woman injured.
Kunz-Arden nuptials set for Sept. 24, 2016
Kunz-Arden nuptials set for Sept. 24, 2016 CANFIELD Keith and Traci Kunz of Canfield are
Parents announce Mesmer-Miller engagement
EAST PALESTINE Rick and Patty Mesmer of East Palestine are announcing the engagement of their
Raptors down Cavaliers, 103-99
LeBron James had 24 points, eight assists and six rebounds for the Cavaliers (11-4), who lost their third straight road game. Kevin Love added 21 points and 13 rebounds.
Man arrested with drugs, gun, gets 160k bond
Pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter when only 15
The Sparrows take flight on new release
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Like a bird pushing its young out of the nest, only to
‘Joy – An Irish Christmas’
‘Joy – An Irish Christmas’ Keith and Kristyn Getty’s “Joy – An Irish Christmas” will come to Old
Pettine: Browns sacked Manziel over accountability
The Browns believe sacking Johnny Manziel themselves will do him good.
Jazz combos in free concert
YOUNGSTOWN The Dana School of Music jazz combos, directed by Dave Kana and Theron Brown, will give
Former Niles church employee pleads guilty to theft of $97,000
The former maintenance supervisor at Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Niles pleaded guilty Wednesday to grand theft for stealing $97,000 from the church between 2007 and 2014.
Warren officials investigate two more arsons
Investigators say they believe a 10:49 p.m. Tuesday fire that caused $55,000 damage at 558 Kenmore Ave. NE was intentionally set in the basement.
METRO DIGEST || Send holiday cards to service members
Send holiday cards to service members YOUNGSTOWN Shepherd of the Valley is partnering with the
Still recovering from crash, Father Popovich giving thanks
With a look of determination, the Rev. Steve Popovich participates in a physical therapy exercise with help from Terry O’Neill, left, physical therapy assistant, and Leigh Farr, occupational therapist, at Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Liberty. The priest was seriously injured in a car accident Nov. 12, 2013.
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Mitch Davidson
There have been plenty of dual-threat quarterbacks to pass through Columbiana High School, but Mitch
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Jabbar Price
The 2015 Ursuline football team boasts a defensive front that brings both power and speed, and
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Landon Baer
South Range was a stacked team this year, loaded with experienced seniors who have been playing
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Jacinta Pikunas
The more you throw at Jacinta Pikunas, the better she gets. She actually prefers balancing being
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Mackenzie Cowell
When the Niles girls soccer team beat Howland, 1-0, on Oct. 29 to capture a Division II district
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Malina Mitchell
Malina Mitchell’s day doesn’t start with her first class at McDonald High. Actually, the sophomore
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Mark Standohar
Mark Standohar comes from a family full of distinguished golfers, but this year he earned something
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Ashley Kaleel and Hannah Cianciola
Prior to the fall of 2013 — Ashley Kaleel’s sophomore season and Hannah Cianciola’s freshman
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Tristan Dahmen
At the peak of his training, Maplewood senior cross country standout Tristan Dahmen was buying quite
Vindicator Fall Athletes: Lynnie Ritter
South Range senior Lynnie Ritter’s first volleyball experience was in seventh grade. Even though her
OSU moves to end lake jump after death of student
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio State University announced Wednesday that it will move to end
Thanksgiving – the holiday season and pies
By Beth Stefura OSU Extension educator As the gardens have been put to rest for the season, it
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sun: Steve Vuich, 6 p.m. Backyard Bar and
UN agency: ’15 hottest on record
Associated Press WASHINGTON Because of man-made global warming and a strong El Nino, Earth’s
Patrol to motorists: Be sure to buckle up
Associated Press COLUMBUS The State Highway Patrol is reminding Ohioans that safety belts
Driver in fatal hit-and-run crash gets 11 years in prison
Associated Press COLUMBUS A 28-year-old woman is heading to prison in a hit-and-run crash that
Funeral takes place for man shot by cops
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Hundreds of people filled a Minneapolis church on Wednesday for the
Woman fined $1,000 for trashing office
Associated Press AKRON A former clerk at an Ohio county’s fiscal office has been fined $1,000
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Creed (PG-13) The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a
Sauce and Songs scheduled for Dec. 6
Sauce and Songs scheduled for Dec. 6 YOUNGSTOWN St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave., will
Parades: “Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., CBS); “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day
Parades: “Thanksgiving Day Parade” (9 a.m., CBS); “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (10 a.m., NBC).
Steve Ruman: Schedule prepared Ursuline
The 2015 high school football season offered plenty of unexpected results. Salem, which had won
Here are the hot toys for 2015
Associated Press NEW YORK Which toys will warm the hearts of parents and kids for the holiday
Create a family tradition, experience local farms Choosing a TREE
By Eric Barrett OSU extension educator Choosing and cutting your own Christmas tree at a local
Todman ready for chance with Steelers
Jordan Todman is the Steelers’ No. 2 running back behind DeAngelo Williams — another Carolina castoff.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .129.410.32 Aqua America, .71
Pass the turkey, but keep essence of Thanksgiving
Editorial: As citizens of the United States, as residents of the Mahoning Valley and as members of proud
Monica Corley at class reunion
Monica Corley at class reunion Monica Corley, a singer-songwriter from Youngstown and a freshman
Steam whistles to blow at B&O
Steam whistles to blow at B&O The Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association’s annual Steam
Ohio awards $2.5M to house those in recovery
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS State officials have awarded $2.5 million in grants to expand housing
Pantry pests
Pantry pests For the holidays, we tend to have lots of food in the pantry. Be sure to clean out
Keeping children safe
Opinion: About 1.3 million children have been reported missing this year in the United States, more than
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
John Paul and Tara (Pregibon) Jacola of Green, Ohio, are announcing the birth of a son, Louis
‘Fungus’ not really a fungus
Q. I’ve lost lots of trees in the past couple of years. They are huge trees! They all get a
Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill
Olde Fashioned Christmas at the Mill When: Saturday, Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. What: Taste
Indictments issued in two murder cases
One a secret indictment; other is for Southern Tavern shooting
Go native – plan now!
Go native – plan now! You can welcome pollinators to your garden next summer by ordering seeds for
from new to classic, it is time for … ho-ho-Holiday TV Specials
Holiday programming on television this year features some classic films and classic animated
Small business saturday Area participants
National Small Business Saturday will take place Saturday. Here is a listing of area small
YEARS AGO
YEARS AGO Today is Thursday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2015. There are 35 days left in the year.
Growth – not expansion – in Internet gambling market
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. Internet gambling is slowly growing – but not expanding –
‘Smokey Hollow’ play begins to rise
“Smokey Hollow,” a new play set in 1890 Youngstown that was written by Boardman native Rob Zellers,
chicago Protesters to target shopping area Friday
Associated Press CHICAGO Small groups of demonstrators gathered again Wednesday to protest the
Turn it over!
Turn it over! Check undersides of leaves on your houseplants. The warm indoor environment is ideal
Dominion grants
Dominion grants YOUNGSTOWN Dominion Resources, parent company of Dominion East Ohio, recently
Rising pay, solid job market signal steady economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans’ pay is up, fewer people need unemployment aid, more are
THANKSGIVING What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Kindness of Native Americans
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Thanksgiving is here. Let’s eat! America’s most food- focused
Pollard should get out, stay out
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON One would hope we had heard the last of
CORRECTION
CORRECTION An incorrect spelling of a last name appeared in the birth listing on page A8 of
Don’t worry about travel this holiday, Obama says SFlb
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The big Thanksgiving getaway is in full swing with drivers
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